16 – 18 years
Take your careers research to the next level with the information on GMACS.
Explore Beeline
Beeline is a new digital service, available as part of the Greater Manchester Baccalaurate. It could help you discover your pathway to a job in Greater Manchester. Explore Beeline by clicking below.
Discover the top industries in Greater Manchester
Find out which sectors in GM are growing quickly, research the top employers, and see which pathways you could take to start your career. There’s also some information about the top jobs in each sector.
Find out more about education and training
If you’re thinking about staying in education or you’d like to know more about the training courses you could take, research your options on GMACS.
Get started with opportunities and support
Greater Manchester has lots of opportunities for you to experience working life or volunteer with a local organisation to get valuable skills. Plus, there’s loads of support you can access – from help with interview prep to free skills boosters. See some opportunities specifically for your age group below.
Help Shape Future Transport Plans For Greater Manchester
What do you want travel to look like by 2050? Greater Manchester is planning a world-class, joined-up transport system that works for the people who use it. Make sure you give your feedback now to help shape the future of travel. It takes just ten minutes to have your...
#Beewell Needs Your Voice
#BeeWell depends on young people to help us improve youth well-being in Greater Manchester. Your voice matters to them. if you're aged between 12 and 16 and want to influence the lives of young people, join the #BeeWell Youth Steering Group. With your help, the...
Virtual Work Experience and Opportunities with JD
Dominate the High Street – Virtual Work Experience with JD This virtual work experience programme from JD features over 6 hours of content and explores lots of different roles available at JD, and how you can get involved. In the programme, you could uncover JD’s...
Our Pass, more than just a bus pass…
If you’re aged 16-18 in GM, you could get Our Pass, a membership scheme for young people that gives you free bus travel, discounted tram travel, and exclusive discounts and offers.
Discover exciting careers events in your community
There’s lots of events on offer near you, whether you want to meet prospective employers, learn more about further education or get mentoring and other support. See events tailored for your age group here or see what’s happening in your area.
National Apprenticeship and Education Event: North West
Date: 10/03/2026
Time: 9.30am - 3pm
Suitable for: Students, parents, teachers
The National Apprenticeship and Education Event: North West - Manchester invites you to an inspiring, face-to-face event that connects employers, universities, colleges, and training providers in a welcoming and interactive setting.
Get more support from GM Higher
GM Higher’s website has lots of resources that could help you, whether you’re thinking about higher or further education. Their website covers everything from course choices and finance to student life and lots more.
GM Higher have also produced a guide to higher education in Greater Manchester, packed full of all the info you need to make the right choice for your future.
Hear from people like you on our blog
Our blog has posts and articles from young people sharing their experiences. We also have expert advice from people already working in industry.
National Apprenticeship Week 2026: The Skills You Can Develop From an Apprenticeship That Employers Will Love
Many people choose to do an apprenticeship because it gives them the opportunity learn the technical skills whilst on the job as well as gaining a qualification in their chosen field. But apprenticeships don’t just lead to qualifications and industry specific skills,...
National Apprenticeship Week 2026: What Is a Degree Apprenticeship, and How Do I Get on to One?
A degree apprenticeship is where you work and study to achieve a degree in a certain field. This means you’ll be working in a job where the work that you do contributes to the running of a business or organisation, however you’ll be also be spending some of that time...
Is University Right for You and How Do You Apply?
Deciding whether university is right for you is a decision that requires a lot of thought. University is a popular choice for many, but it’s not for everyone. Some people might choose to go straight into the world of work. Other people might do apprenticeships or...
Read about real people’s careers
You can learn a lot from reading about other people’s experiences in the workplace and the career options they chose to get there. Explore some examples below.
